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shaolin Apprenticeship online curriculum Year 2

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Inside the Apprenticeship online, you have access to a structured path, personalised feedback on your practice from Shifu Shi Yanjun, ask questions and receive video answers, and be on a professional path for Martial Arts and Holistic Wellness.

Official grading & certification
Duanwei Professional Certification
certified trainer from shaolin temple yunnan

level 2

associate certified trainer

Associate Certified Trainer Certification is achievable after the Official Grading of Level 2. It includes the following routines: Shaolin Tong Bei Quan, Shaolin Qi Xing Quan, and Shaolin 2 Duan Taolu (Duilian & Combat Applications included).

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Duanwei Grading

Duanwei is a Ranking system used to evaluate the professional level of Martial Arts practitioners. Shaolin Quan Duanwei grading includes three forms: Shaolin  Duan Taolu, Shaolin  Duan Duilian (pairs) Taolu, and Shaolin Duan Combat Applications.

Shifu Shi Yanjun credentials:

  • First Class Coach Certification Chinese Wushu Association 
  • First Class Referee Certification General Administration of Sports of China

You will receive a formal Duanwei Certification from the Shaolin Temple Yunnan and International Shaolin Wushu Federation. 

*The grading is optional and requires the student to be 18 years of age minimum. Duanwei’s grading fee is included in the Apprenticeship plan.

Month 1

  1. Chen Bu Gong Taolu
  2. Health and Weight Loss Acupressure
  3. Shaolin Tong Bei Quan Taolu Part I
  4. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
  5. Shaolin Traditional Culture (Buddhism) – Bonus

Month 1 includes Shaolin Tong Bei Quan Taolu Workbook Part I (first 18 movements). The workbook contains step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard. In addition, a HEALTH & WEIGH LOSS ACUPRESSURE WORKBOOK and CHEN BU GONG pdf are included.

Shaolin tong bei quan taolu part I

  1. Demonstration 
  2. Stances
  3. Dynamics
  4. Technical aspects 
  5. Breathing

Chen Bu Gong Routine

  1. Preparatory Exercise
  2. Practicing Method
  3. Breathing

Health & Weight Loss Acupressure

  1. What Causes Obesity?
  2. Patterns in Obesity
  3. Abdomen Acupoints
  4. Head Acupoints
  5. Legs Acupoints
  6. Conclusion

BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Buddhism)

Lesson 1: Noble Eightfold Path Part II:

Right Livelihood, Right Effort, Right Mindfulness and Right Concentration.

BONUS: Introduction to acupoints

Identify the location of the  Shang Wan (CV13 Conception Vessel Meridian), Xia Wan (CV10 Conception Vessel Meridian), Qihai (CV6 Conception Vessel Meridian), Tian Shu (ST25 Stomach Meridian), Daju (ST27 Stomach Meridian), Xia Guan (ST7 Stomach Meridian), Jiache (ST6 Stomach Meridian), Zusanli (ST36 Stomach Meridian), and Sanyinjiao (SP6 Spleen Meridian) acupoints.

Month 2

  1. Zhan Zhuang Stance III
  2. Jin Gang Gong Qigong
  3. Shaolin Tong Bei Quan Taolu Part II
  4. Shaolin Traditional Culture (Buddhism) – Bonus

Month 2 includes Shaolin Tong Bei Quan Taolu Workbook Part II (remaining 18 movements). The workbook contains step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

Shaolin tong bei quan taolu part II

  1. How to Improve the taolu
  2. Demonstration 
  3. Stances
  4. Dynamics
  5. Technical aspects 
  6. Breathing

Zhan Zhuang Stance 3

  1. Stance Preparation
  2. Stance Practice
  3. Stance Ending Practice
  4. Progress
  5. Health Benefits & Precautions

Jin Gang Gong Qigong

  1. Preparatory Posture
  2. Sequence 1
  3. Sequence 2
  4. Sequence 3
  5. End of the Routine Practice
  6. Health Benefits

BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Buddhism)

Lesson 1: A Lecture about Karma (cause and effect)

Month 3

  1. Wu Qin Xi (5 Animal Qigong) Taolu Part I
  2. Preventing Common Cold
  3. Shaolin Qi Xing Quan Taolu Part I
  4. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
  5. Shaolin Traditional Culture (Buddhism) – Bonus

Month 3 includes Shaolin Qi Xing Quan Taolu Workbook Part I (1 to 23 movements) and Wu Qin Xi Taolu Workbook Part I. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

Shaolin xi qing quan taolu part I

  1. Demonstration 
  2. Stances
  3. Dynamics
  4. Technical aspects 
  5. Breathing

Preventing Common Cold

Introduction

Exercise 1 

Exercise 2

Exercise 3

Exercise 4

Exercise 5

Exercise 6

Wu Qin Xi (5 Animal Qigong) Part I

  1. Introduction
  2. Hands Posture (tiger, deer, bear, monkey, crane, and fist)
  3. Balance and Stances
  4. Ready Position
  5. Tiger Routine
  6. Deer Routine

BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Buddhism)

Lesson 1: A Lecture about Fangsheng (releasing animals to save lives)

BONUS: Introduction to acupoints

Identify the location of the  Yintang (GV29 Governor Vessel Meridian), Yingxiang (LI20 Large Intestine Meridian), and Hegu (LI4 Large Intestine Meridian) acupoints.

Month 4

  1. Wu Qin Xi (5 Animal Qigong) Taolu Part II
  2. Preventing Insomnia
  3. Shaolin Qi Xing Quan Taolu Part II
  4. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
  5. Shaolin Traditional Culture (Buddhism) – Bonus

Month 4 includes Shaolin Qi Xing Quan Taolu Workbook Part II (24 to 45 movements) and Wu Qin Xi Taolu Workbook Part II. The workbook contains step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

Shaolin qi xing quan taolu part II

  1. How to Improve the taolu
  2. Demonstration 
  3. Stances
  4. Dynamics
  5. Technical aspects 
  6. Breathing

Cure & Prevent Insomnia

  1. Introduction
  2. Hypnotic Method by Relaxing Body & Mind
  3. Hypnotic Method using Massage
  4. Hypnotic Method by Auricular Needle

Wu Qin Xi (5 Animal Qigong) taolu part iI

  1. Bear Routine
  2. Monkey Routine
  3. Crane Routine
  4. End of the Routine

BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Buddhism)

Lesson 1: How can a layman who is unable to participate in a group practice not lose his mind?

Lesson 2: Doing good deeds is just a matter of blessings. It has nothing to do with deliverance or death. Is this concept correct?

Lesson 3: What means freedom?

BONUS: Introduction to acupoints

Identify the location of the  Anmian (EX – extraordinary point), and  Sanjian (LI3 Large Intestine Meridian) acupoints.

Month 5

  1. Daoyin Yang Sheng Gong Shi Er Fa Taolu Part I
  2. Methods for improving hearing and health
  3. Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Taolu Part I
  4. Shaolin Traditional Culture (Buddhism) – Bonus

Month 5 includes Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Taolu Workbook Part I (1 to 12 movements) and Daoyin Yang Sheng Gong Shi Er Fa Taolu Workbook Part I. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

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Shaolin 2 duan taolu part I

  1. Demonstration 
  2. Stances
  3. Dynamics
  4. Technical aspects 
  5. Breathing

Methods for improving hearing & health

Introduction

Exercise 1

Exercise 2

Exercise 3

Exercise 4

Exercise 5

Exercise 6

Exercise 7

Exercise 8

Daoyin Yang Sheng Gong Shi Er Fa Taolu Part I

Introduction

Ready Position

Sequence 1

Sequence 2

Sequence 3

Sequence 4

Sequence 5

BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Buddhism)

Lesson 1: How can practice achieve perfection?

Lesson 2: How to remove a troubled heart?

Lesson 3: How can we save the diseased?

Lesson 4: Is the heart in the nature of wonderful use? Is it the conscious mind?

Month 6

  1. Daoyin Yang Sheng Gong Shi Er Fa Taolu Part II
  2. Methods of keeping the neck strong and healthy
  3. Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Taolu Part II
  4. Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Combat 
  5. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
  6. Shaolin Traditional Culture (Buddhism) – Bonus

Month 6 includes Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Taolu Workbook Part II (13 to 21 movements), Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Combat Applications Workbook and Daoyin Yang Sheng Gong Shi Er Fa Taolu Workbook Part II. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

shaolin 2 duan taolu part II

  1. Demonstration 
  2. Stances
  3. Dynamics
  4. Technical aspects 
  5. Breathing

shaolin 2 duan combat applications

Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Combat Applications consists of three sections on how to apply the movements.
  • Section 1
  • Section 2
  • Section 3

    • Methods of keeping the neck strong & healthy

    Introduction

    Exercise 1

    Exercise 2

    Exercise 3

    Exercise 4

    Exercise 5

     

    Daoyin Yang Sheng Gong Shi Er Fa taolu Part II

    Sequence 6

    Sequence 7

    Sequence 8

    Sequence 9

    Sequence 10

    Sequence 11

    Sequence 12

    End of Practice

    BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Buddhism)

    Lesson 1: What is the ultimate meaning of Buddhism concerning other religions?

    Lesson 2: How to explain the sixth, seventh and eighth consciousness? How do they relate to each other?

    Lesson 3: Do you suffer because you fail to accomplish something or someone?

    BONUS: Introduction to acupoints

    Identify the location of the  Yifeng (TE17 Triple Energizer Meridian), Quepen (ST12 Stomach Meridian), and Tiantu (CV22 Conception Vessel Meridian)  acupoints.

    Month 7

    1. Taiji Quan 1 Duan Taolu
    2. Methods of keeping healthy eyes Part I
    3. Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Duilian Taolu
    4. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
    5. Chinese Traditional Culture (Daoism) – Bonus

    Month 7 includes Shaolin Quan 2 Duanwei Duilian Taolu Workbook,  and Taiji Quan 1 Duan Taolu Workbook. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

    shaolin 2 duan duilian taolu

    1. Demonstration 
    2. Stances
    3. Dynamics
    4. Technical aspects 
    5. Breathing

    Methods of keeping the eyes healthy Part I

    Introduction

    Exercise 1

    Exercise 2

    Exercise 3

    Exercise 4

    Exercise 5

     

    taiji quan 1 Duan Taolu

    1. Demonstration of the sequences
    2. Stances
    3. Dynamics 
    4. Technical aspects 
    5. Breathing

    BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Daoism)

    Lesson 1: What is TAO?

    Lesson 2: The theory of yin & yang

    BONUS: Introduction to acupoints

    Identify the location of the  Cuanzhu (BL2  Bladder Meridian), Jingming (BL1 Bladder Meridian), Chengqi (ST1 Stomach Meridian), and Tongziliao (GB1 Gall Bladder Meridian)  acupoints.

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    certified trainer

    Certified Trainer Certification is achievable after the Official Grading of Level 3 and includes the following routines: Shaolin Da Hong Quan, Wu Xing Ba Fa, and Shaolin 3 Duan Taolu (Duilian & Combat Application included).

    Month 8

    1. Taiji Quan 1 Duan Duilian (Pair work) – Push Hands included
    2. Methods of keeping the eyes healthy Part II
    3. Shaolin Da Hong Quan Taolu
    4. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
    5. Chinese Traditional Culture (Daoism) – Bonus

    Month 8 includes Shaolin Da Hong Quan Taolu Workbook,  and Taiji Quan 1 Duan Duilian Taolu Workbook. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

    shaolin da hong quan taolu

    1. Demonstration 
    2. Stances
    3. Dynamics
    4. Technical aspects 
    5. Breathing
    6. How to improve the taolu

    Methods of keeping the Eyes healthy Part II

    Exercise 6

    Exercise 7

    Exercise 8

    Exercise 9

    Exercise 10

    Exercise 11

    taiji quan 1 duan duilian taolu

    1. Demonstration of the sequences
    2. Stances 
    3. Dynamics 
    4. Technical aspects 
    5. Breathing

    BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Daoism)

    Lesson 1: The theory of 5 elements

    BONUS: Introduction to acupoints

    Identify the location of the  Taiyang EX-HN5 extraordinary acupoint.

    Month 9

    1. Taiji Quan Crane Taolu Part I
    2. Methods of keeping a healthy mouth Part I
    3. Shaolin Wu Xing Ba Fa Taolu
    4. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
    5. Chinese Traditional Culture (Daoism) – Bonus

    Month 9 includes Shaolin Wu Xing Ba Fa Taolu Workbook and Taiji Quan Crane Taolu Workbook Part I. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

    Shaolin wu xing ba fa taolu

    1. Demonstration 
    2. Stances
    3. Dynamics
    4. Technical aspects 
    5. Breathing
    6. How to improve the taolu

    Methods of keeping the mouth healthy Part I

    Introduction

    Exercise 1

    Exercise 2

    Exercise 3

    Exercise 4

     

    Taiji quan crane taolu Part I

    1. Introduction
    2. Practice with the crane
    3. Stances 
    4. Taiji Crane Basics
    5. Breathing
    6. Sequence 1
    7. Sequence 2
    8. Sequence 3

    BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Daoism)

    Lesson 1: The theory of Bagua (8 Triagrams)

    BONUS: Introduction to acupoints

    Identify the location of the  Chengshan (BL57 Bladder Meridian), Chengjiang (CV24 Conception Vessel Meridian),  Shuigou (GV26 Governor Vessel Meridian), and Dicang (ST4 Stomach Meridian) acupoints.

    Month 10

    1. Taiji Quan Crane Taolu Part II
    2. Methods of keeping the mouth healthy Part II
    3. Shaolin Quan 3 Duanwei Taolu Part I
    4. Chinese Traditional Culture (Confucianism) – Bonus

    Month 10 includes Shaolin Quan 3 Duanwei Taolu Workbook Part I and Taiji Quan Crane Taolu Workbook Part II. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

    Shaolin 3 duan Taolu part i

    1. Demonstration 
    2. Stances
    3. Dynamics
    4. Technical aspects 
    5. Breathing

    Methods of keeping the mouth healthy Part II

    Exercise 5

    Exercise 6

    Exercise 7

    Taiji quan crane taolu Part II

    1. Sequence 4
    2. Sequence 5
    3. Sequence 6
    4. Sequence 7
    5. Sequence 8
    6. Sequence 9

    BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Confucianism)

    Lesson 1: What is Confucianism?

    Lesson 2: Benevolence and Righteousness

    Month 11

    1. Yi Jin Jing Taolu Part I
    2. Methods of protecting the nose and keeping it healthy Part I
    3. Shaolin Quan 3 Duanwei Taolu Part II
    4. Shaolin Quan 3 Duanwei Combat Applications
    5. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
    6. Chinese Traditional Culture (Confucianism) – Bonus

    Month 11 includes Shaolin Quan 3 Duanwei Taolu Workbook Part II,  Shaolin Quan 3 Duanwei Combat Applications and Yi Jin Jing Taolu Workbook Part I. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

    Shaolin 3 duan taolu part iI

    1. Demonstration 
    2. Stances
    3. Dynamics
    4. Technical aspects 
    5. Breathing

    Shaolin 3 duan combat applications

    1. Demonstration
    2. Breathing
    3. Sequence 1
    4. Sequence 2
    5. Sequence 3

    Methods of protecting the nose & keeping it healthy part i

    Exercise 1

    Exercise 2

    Exercise 3

    Exercise 4

    Yi jin jing taolu part i

    1. Introduction
    2. Ready Position
    3. Sequence 1
    4. Sequence 2
    5. Sequence 3
    6. Sequence 4
    7. Sequence 5

    BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun (Confucianism)

    Lesson 1: Reason in Confucianism

    Lesson 2: Wisdom and Faith

    BONUS: Introduction to acupoints
    Identify the location of the  Sizhukong (TE23 Triple Energizer Meridian), Suliao (GV25 Governor Vessel Meridian), Xinshu (BL15 Bladder Meridian), and Jiaji (EX) acupoints.

    Month 12

    1. Yi Jin Jing Taolu Part II
    2. Methods of protecting the nose and keeping it healthy Part II
    3. Zhan Zhuang Stance 4
    4. Shaolin Quan 3 Duanwei Duilian Taolu 
    5. Introduction to Acupoints – Bonus
    6. The End of the Official 2 Years Apprenticeship

    Month 12 includes Shaolin Quan 3 Duanwei Duilian Taolu Workbook and Yi Jin Jing Taolu Workbook Part II. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

    Shaolin quan 3 duan duilian taolu

    1. Demonstration 
    2. Stances
    3. Dynamics
    4. Technical aspects 
    5. Breathing

    Zhan Zhuang Stance 4

    1. Introduction
    2. Zhan Zhuang Stance 4 Explanation & Practice

    Methods of protecting the nose & keeping it healthy part iI

    Exercise 5

    Exercise 6

    Exercise 7

    Exercise 8

    Yi jin jing taolu part II

    1. Sequence 6
    2. Sequence 7
    3. Sequence 8
    4. Sequence 9
    5. Sequence 10
    6. Sequence 11
    7. Sequence 12

    BONUS: Shaolin traditional cultural lessons with shifu shi yanjun

    End of the Apprenticeship lessons. Instructions for the next step.

    BONUS: Introduction to acupoints
    Identify the location of the  Yinjiao (CV7 Conception Vessel Meridian), and Zhang Men (LR13 Liver Meridian) acupoints.
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    bonus released in year 3

    1. xiao hong quan taolu
    2. yin shou gun (staff form) taolu
    3. Yang Taiji 24 Steps taolu

    The bonus includes Shaolin Xiao Hong Quan Taolu Workbook, Yin Shou Gun Taolu Workbook, and Yang Taiji Quan 24 Steps Workbook. The workbooks contain step-by-step Explanations, Breathing, and Assignments to ensure the routine practice is to the highest standard.

    *The grading of the routines is included in the Apprenticeship fees.